Our Staff

Shelley O’Brien
Executive Director

For the past 25 years, Shelley O’Brien has been leading successful non-profit advancement programs in the KC area and from Washington, D.C. This includes fundraising for public libraries, local parks and recreation, community services, and women’s organizations.

Shelley is a graduate of KU and received her Master’s in Library Science from San Jose State University. An active volunteer, she volunteered for the U. S. Olympic Committee and is a former board member of the Junior League of D.C.

Contact information:
[email protected]
(913) 826-4720

Amber Bourek Slater
Volunteer and Friends Engagement Coordinator

Amber Bourek Slater started as a Johnson County election volunteer in 2009 and has been the Volunteer Services Coordinator for Johnson County Library since 2019. She has spent the last 20 years working in the public sectors as a fundraiser, communications manager, and volunteer coordinator.

Amber is a graduate of University of Nebraska – Lincoln and received her Master’s in Public Administration from UMKC. Amber’s current volunteer passions include serving on the Baby Grace Board, Lasagna Love, and the All Things Bright Coffee Bar.

Contact information:
[email protected]
(913) 826-4302